3D Animation and Graphic Design go hand in hand and the two disciplines in combination may be the right choice for you if moving image and visual communication are what interest you.

The 3D Animation concentration will equip you with entry-level skills to create basic animations. In the Graphic Design concentration, focus is on your development as a technically competent and historically, culturally and ethically aware Graphic Designer.

What You Will Learn In The 3D Animation Concentration:

1. 3D modeling (Maya)
2. Character design (Maya)
3. Environment design (Maya)
4. Sculpting (ZBrush)
5. Compositing (Adobe After Effects/Nuke)
6. Rigging (Maya)
7. Animation (Maya)
8. Rendering (Maya)

What You Will Learn In The Graphic Design Concentration:

1. Visual Communication Fundamentals (10 Units)
• Introduction Creative Communication
• Idea Generation
• Conceptual Creative Thinking – Creative Concept Origination
• Conceptual Creative Thinking – Developing Creative Concepts
• Conceptual Creative Thinking – Visual Language
• Design Principles – Gestalt and Graphic Design
• Principles of Composition
• Principles of Graphic Design
• Fundamentals of Typography
• Creative Communication (Advanced)
2. Graphic Design Software Skills (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign)
3. Brand Identity Design
4. Packaging Design
5. Publication Design

You will train under the guidance of experienced animators and graphic designers. Your assessment is based on submission of a portfolio that demonstrates proficiency and professionalism from a professional's perspective. Develop the relevant creative skills needed to work in both sectors.

Career Prospects

• 3D Modeller

• 3D Animator

• Publication Designer

• Brand Identity Designer

• Packaging Designer

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